Izmir Democracy University

About

Izmir Democracy University, established in 2016, is a dynamic public institution located in Turkey's vibrant third-largest city. It is recognized for its rapidly developing faculties in Health Sciences, Engineering, and Economics and Administrative Sciences, offering a modern curriculum designed to meet contemporary demands. For international students, the university provides a welcoming environment with a dedicated International Relations Office that assists with admissions, orientation, and ongoing support services. While the primary language of instruction is Turkish, some departments offer English-taught programs, and the university actively participates in exchange initiatives like Erasmus+. A distinctive characteristic is its commitment to fostering a globally-minded academic community, leveraging its strategic location in Izmir to offer a rich cultural and educational experience.

Background

İzmir Democracy University (Turkish: İzmir Demokrasi Üniversitesi) is a public university in İzmir, Turkey. It was established by the Grand National Assembly of Turkey on 20 August 2016 with other 3 new universities. İzmir Democracy University was cited by the press as the successor of İzmir University, which was closed private university by Turkish government on 23 July 2016. But the Council of Higher Education denied it and explained that İzmir Democracy University was not founded in place of İzmir University. In January 2017, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan appointed Prof. Dr. Bedriye Tunçsiper as the rector of the university. On June 10, 2020, with a protocol signed with the Ministry of Health, Buca Seyfi Demirsoy Training and Research Hospital started to be used jointly with the university's medical faculty.

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